The Australian Government Research Training Program (AGRTP) Scholarship at Flinders University offers a comprehensive opportunity for international students to undertake higher-degree research in Australia. This fully funded scholarship includes tuition fees, living expenses, and health insurance coverage, supporting students in their academic and research endeavors.

Scholarship Benefits

  • Annual stipend of $33,990, tuition fee offset, relocation allowance up to $1,485, and Overseas Health Care coverage.

🌍 Eligibility

  • Open to international students (excluding Australian and New Zealand citizens/PR holders) pursuing full-time higher degree research.
  • Must start a Master’s by Research or PhD by Research.

⏰ Application Deadline

  • August 18, 2025.

🔍 Details

  • Fully funded covering tuition fees, living expenses, and health insurance.
  • Available across various research disciplines like health, science, engineering, and humanities.
  • Highly competitive with only six scholarships awarded annually.

📚 Requirements

  • Requires separate applications for admission and scholarship.
  • Applicants need a supervisor agreement and must submit academic transcripts, research proposal, CV, and referee reports.

🔑 Selection Criteria

  • Based on academic merit and research potential, preference for first-time higher degree by research applicants.

📝 Application Process

  1. Find a supervisor at Flinders University.
  2. Prepare required documents: publications, academic transcripts, research proposal, referee reports, and CV.
  3. Apply through Flinders University’s StudyLink portal by August 18, 2025.

Designation

AGRTP Scholarship (International)

Research Area

Various research disciplines including, but not limited to:

  • Health
  • Science
  • Engineering
  • Humanities

Location

Flinders University, Australia

Eligibility/Qualification

To be eligible for the AGRTP Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Must be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand and not hold Australian PR or New Zealand citizenship.
  • Must intend to commence a full-time higher degree by research in Australia for the first time.
  • Must enroll in an area of research concentration at Flinders University.
  • Must meet clear English language requirements.

Job Description

The AGRTP Scholarship is designed to support international students pursuing full-time research degrees (Master’s or Ph.D.) at Flinders University. Scholarship recipients will receive:

  • An annual tax-free stipend of $33,990, paid fortnightly.
  • Tuition fee offset for up to four years for eligible research degrees.
  • A relocation allowance of up to $1,485 (subject to receipt submission).
  • Coverage for overseas health care costs.

How to Apply

  1. Find a Supervisor: Contact an academic staff member at Flinders University who agrees to supervise your research. Proof of this agreement must be provided in the application.
  2. Prepare Required Documents:
  • Up to five relevant publications with completed coversheets.
  • Certified copies of all higher education transcripts, translated into English.
  • A concise 500-word research proposal.
  • Two academic referee’s confidential report forms.
  • Curriculum Vitae detailing work, research experience, and a full publication list.
  1. Application Submission:
  • Register and apply for admission to a research degree via Flinders University’s StudyLink portal.
  • Once registered, activate your account and apply for the scholarship through the Flinders University Student System.

Last Date to Apply

August 18, 2025

For more information and to apply, please visit the Flinders University official website.